Colored Stone News and Trends

Britt’s Pick: Meira T’s Conch Fossil Necklace

I was originally drawn to Meira T's conch pendant for its coastal vibe—it seems my yearning for the beach increases with each passing February...

Britt’s Pick: Guita M’s Emerald Heart Necklace

It's the final heart-themed Britt's Pick of Valentine's season, with Feb. 14 coming at us quick (and I have yet to purchase my annual box of cheap,...

German Trade Show Intergem Cancels 2025 Edition

Intergem, a jewelry trade show that's been held annually in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, for the past four decades, has canceled its 2025 edition, due to...

Father and daughter Richard and Billie Hughes, founders of Lotus Gemology, smiling outside with the Jewelry District and IGI logos

The Jewelry District, Episode 139: Guests Richard and Billie Hughes

On this week’s episode, JCK editor-in-chief Victoria Gomelsky and news director Rob Bates interview The Jewelry District’s first-ever...

Two Gem Shows, One Venue: The Scottish Rite Cathedral

Located two blocks east of the Tucson Convention Center, in the city’s historic Armory Park neighborhood, the Scottish Rite Cathedral at 160 S....

5 Things You (Probably) Don’t Know About Montana Sapphires

In late August, I lived out a prospecting fantasy I didn’t even know I had when I joined a group of retailers from around the country on a...

Expect New Diamond Lines, Color, and Optimism at the Centurion Show in Phoenix

For nearly a quarter of a century, the Centurion Show has served as a bellwether for business and product trends in the fine jewelry industry. This...

Why Fine Jewelers Shouldn’t Miss Tucson’s 22nd Street Show

It all started with a dinosaur egg. In 2008, Russell Carhart, a managing partner of the Tucson Gem Show at 22nd St., was a credit risk analyst, with...

Columbia Gem House Introduces Calibrated Lightning Ridge Opals

Columbia Gem House in Vancouver, Wash., is known for offering a diverse and responsibly sourced selection of gems that includes everything from agate...